Miss Baseball Already?
Miss Baseball Already?

Here's a fan video tribute to Navajo baseball player Jacoby Ellsbury of the Boston Red Sox that will take you out to the ballgame again.

 (11/11/2008)

Rising Stars: Root for Ellsbury, Chamberlain in the playoffs

As this year's baseball playoffs begin, there is something to keep an eye on in Indian Country. Two of the most renowned franchises, the Boston Red Sox and the New York Yankees, each have a top baseball prospect; both of which are American Indian.

Take Me Out to the Ballgame
Take Me Out to the Ballgame

Spectators seem to lack passion for the game called "America's Pastime."

 (6/14/2007)
An All-Access Pass
An All-Access Pass

Ramps and platform seating allow disabled fans to enjoy games at Principal Park.

 (6/13/2007)

  • Tell us what you think about the 'Navajobama' T-shirt, and we'll send your comments to the manufacturer—and to the Obama for President campaign. (No profanities, please.)

  • A Native American gay wedding ceremony takes place at a Two Spirit gathering in Montana.

  • Omission disappoints Native Americans attending the presidential candidate's speech in Wisconsin. Others express concern over Obama's stance on Indian gaming.

  • A Tennessee high school, whose mascot is the Indians, takes the Native American motif one step further: It calls school grounds "The Reservation."

  • The Native actor’s role on 'Law and Order: SVU' is coming to an end, but he plans to stay busy with an Internet TV show, a book and a new baby.


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